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This Australian's Retirement Life on Koh Samui

Every so often, I like to step away from the 'technical guides' and share real stories from expats who've actually made the move to Thailand. Today, I want you to meet Pete. Pete was 68 when he decided the New Zealand winters had gotten too long. After a lifetime managing hotels, and eventuall...

by Adam Parker — Sep 28, 2025

The Snowbird's Guide to Retiring in Thailand Part-Time

So, you're thinking about retiring in Thailand… but not necessarily full-time. Maybe you want to escape winters back home, spend a few months enjoying the Thai lifestyle, then head back for family visits or to maintain ties in your home country. If so, you're not alone in this thinking. I get ...

by Adam Parker — Sep 21, 2025

Which Thailand Visa Actually Fits Your Life?

If you're thinking about moving to Thailand, one of the first (of many) big decisions you'll have to make is choosing the right visa. That's because it becomes the foundation for everything else in your Thailand life. There's no point signing a long-term rental if you can't actually stay long-...

by Adam Parker — Jun 22, 2025

What to Take Care of Before (and After) Moving to Thailand

So, you've made the decision. Thailand isn't just a vacation destination anymore… it's going to be home. Maybe you're retiring with a solid pension, working remotely from Sukhumvit, or moving the family for a completely different type of life. Whatever brought you here, you've crossed the ment...

by Adam Parker — Jun 15, 2025

6 Different Ways Expats Move Money to Thailand

7 Minute Read You've figured out your visa. Maybe you've even found that perfect condo with the view that makes your friends back home jealous. You're starting to imagine what Sunday mornings in Thailand might feel like. But there's this one practical piece that almost everyone underestimates ...

by Adam Parker — Jun 01, 2025

A Guide to Thailand's LTR Wealthy Pensioner Visa

For retirees with solid passive income, the LTR Wealthy Pensioner Visa is one of the most streamlined, long-term Visa options in Thailand. You get up to 10 years of stay permission, heavily reduced reporting requirements, and the comfort of knowing you won’t have to renew your Visa every year ...

by Adam Parker — May 25, 2025

How To Get a Thai Driver’s License

If you plan to live in Thailand longer than a few months, and want to drive… you’ll probably want to get a Thai driver’s license. Now, if you’re anything like most expats here, the idea of walking into a Thai government office with a stack of documents and no real clue what’s about to happen… ...

by Adam Parker — May 18, 2025

How Expats Handle Grocery Shopping in Thailand

There’s a good chance your first grocery run in Thailand will surprise you. You might be expecting lower prices across the board… until you’re standing in the cereal aisle holding an $11 box of Cheerios. Grocery shopping here works a little differently, and depending on what you’re used to bac...

by Adam Parker — May 04, 2025

Most Expats Miss This About Healthcare in Thailand

When people dream about moving to Thailand, they picture pristine beaches, delicious food, and a lower cost of living. But what almost no one talks about until it's too late... is healthcare. Ironically, Thailand's medical system is one of its biggest strengths… but only if you understand how ...

by Adam Parker — Apr 27, 2025

They Skipped Florida. Retired to Bangkok. And Never Looked Back.

After decades of high-speed New York life and more than 45 years of marriage, Bob and Paula crafted a retirement most people only dream about. They swapped winters in the Hamptons for scooters in Sukhumvit, live jazz in Bangkok, and healthcare that actually works. Their story isn't just inspir...

by Adam Parker — Apr 22, 2025

Which Thailand Visa Is Actually Best For Your Retirement Style?

After helping close to a hundred people relocate to Thailand now, I've noticed something interesting about retirement visas. Most people simply choose whatever option their friend used or the first one they read about online. But here's the truth: There's no one-size-fits-all retirement visa f...

by Adam Parker — Apr 20, 2025

The Bangkok Condo Secret Nobody Talks About

When I first moved to Bangkok, I was mesmerized by those glossy property listings. You know the ones -- sleek modern designs, rooftop infinity pools, high-end gyms, and immaculate lobbies that look more like five-star hotels than apartment buildings. I wanted that experience. Maybe you do too. B...

by Adam Parker — Apr 06, 2025

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